Jerusalem Mint; 15/16 CE
Obverse: KAI CAP (Caesar) within wreath.
Reverse: TIB (Tiberius) LB (Year 2) between horns of crossed double cornucopias.
In Choice Very Fine condition.
Authenticated and encapsulated by NGC Ancients
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Reference:
Hendin, 1332
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A governor of Judaea during the reign of Tiberius, Valerius Gratus ruled from 15-26 CE. Despite his long appointment relatively little is known about his administration. We do, however, have many coins minted under him, with the one shown here being one of the earliest types.